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The coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic has triggered the most severe global recession since World War II. In Q4 2020, the end of the pandemic started as countries began administering effective vaccines among the population; however, vaccine distribution…

The COVID-19 pandemic has brought about significant changes in business models and consumer behaviour, as well as altering the ways and the geography many of us live, work, study and play. Understanding what changes will stick after the pandemic…

Slower growth, surging inflation, rising geopolitical risks and an accelerating deglobalisation trend are factors shaping the global economic, financial and trade landscape in 2022 and beyond. Despite the challenges, there are opportunities for…

The briefing introduces the Cities Households Necessities Spending Index. The index ranks 1,075 cities by household expenditure on non-discretionary items, namely food, housing, and clothing and footwear. This analysis focuses on 160 major cities.…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. Global inflation is reaching a peak, although geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market remain key risks. The impact varies between countries, with…

Now in its seventh edition, this report explores the top digital shopper trends that will redefine commerce the most in the year ahead. Some of the trends included in this edition touch on topics such as second-hand shopping, community group buying,…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries. In 2023, global inflation is expected to ease from its peak in 2022, but remaining significantly above-trend. Geopolitical risks and uncertainty in the energy market are…

In the upcoming years, consumers and businesses face an array of challenges, with rising income inequality being among the key ones. Nevertheless, addressing the income inequality through catering to the Bottom of the Pyramid and the Middle Class…

This report examines inflation levels and drivers globally and in key countries in Q4 2023 and 2024. Global inflation is moderating, although divergence remains among the key economies. Higher volatility in the energy markets and disruption of…

Since the pandemic, general dynamics in consumers’ lifestyles have dramatically changed in South Africa. Ongoing remote/hybrid working models for employees mean that many of them continue to spend greater time at home than they would have compared to…

The pandemic has dramatically changed South Africans’ lifestyles in many ways, a trend that is greatly benefiting demand for consumer appliances. For instance, many businesses have now adopted remote/hybrid working models, meaning that employees…

The waning impact of the pandemic in South Africa has changed how many households operate in terms of busier lifestyles. The main change is that many employees continue to observe remote/hybrid working measures, and thus are spending greater time at…

The consistent increase in the general cost of living in South Africa is pushing consumers to review how they spend their money. One way to achieve this is to prepare meals at home which would otherwise be purchased from retailers, or foodservice…

Remote/hybrid working measures in South Africa since the pandemic have changed consumers’ lifestyles, including placing greater pressure on their time. Busy consumers must juggle work with childcare commitments, including taking or collecting them…

The shortage of electricity across the country has resulted in increasing demand for alternative power sources such as solar and gas. Since the introduction of load shedding in South Africa, which restricts access to electricity for a certain amount…

Consumers’ lifestyles in South Africa have changed significantly since the pandemic, particularly as many employees continue to work from home for at least part of the week. Subsequently, the need for a convenient environment has also increased…

Personal grooming across the country is becoming an increasingly important aspect of many consumers’ lives. While this concept was traditionally linked to female consumers in South Africa, due to the stigma attached to male consumers who indulged in…

Despite the presence of economic challenges that limit consumers’ disposable incomes, refrigeration remains a key necessity for many South Africans. This is evident by the consistent demand for refrigeration appliances in the country over much of the…

The popularity of small cooking appliances continues to grow in line with greater awareness among local consumers of different ways of cooking. Traditionally, low- to mid-income consumers with restricted budgets tend to rely on certain affordable…

The established remote/hybrid working model since the pandemic has dramatically changed many South Africans’ lifestyles. It comes with challenges such as limited time to perform errands and chores, or manage childcare, whilst also working from home.…